Brandt Hershman

Majority Floor Leader

State Senator - District 7

STATEHOUSE (July 28, 2015) — A law authored by State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) that provides tax relief for small businesses and farmers was ceremonially signed into law today by Gov. Mike Pence.
Senate Enrolled Act 436 exempts businesses with less than $20,000 of business personal property in a county from the personal property tax. more»

STATEHOUSE (July 1, 2015) — Half of all Indiana businesses will no longer be subject to a business personal property tax under a new law authored by State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek).
Senate Enrolled Act 436 exempts businesses with less than $20,000 of business personal property in a county from the personal property tax. Formerly, Hoosier more»

STATEHOUSE (June 23, 2015) — State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) will serve on the following study committees and council during the summer and fall months to help prepare for the 2016 session of the General Assembly:
Chairman, Interim Study Committee on Fiscal Policy
Interim Study Committee on Energy, Utilities, and Telecommunications
Special more»

STATEHOUSE (May 22, 2015) — State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) recently sent a letter to the federal government in opposition to action by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) and the Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPSCO) that would permanently lower water levels in Lake Freeman.
Hershman’s letter to the U.S. more»

STATEHOUSE (April 29, 2015) – State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) authored several bills this session which have passed the General Assembly and are headed to the governor’s desk for his consideration.
Senate Joint Resolution 19, authored by Hershman, will place balanced budget requirements into our State Constitution. SJR 19 prohibits more»

STATEHOUSE (March 31, 2015) — State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) introduced an amendment to the common construction wage bill (House Bill 1019) today in the Senate Committee on Tax and Fiscal Policy. Hershman took several hours of public testimony, but held a vote on the amendment language until next week.
As passed by the House of more»

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 20, 2015) — State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) was appointed by Indiana Senate President Pro Tem, David Long (R-Fort Wayne) to serve on the Council of State Governments’ (CSG) Governing Board for the 2015-2016 term. His appointment will take effect immediately and run through Dec. 31, 2016.
The CSG was founded in 1933 as more»

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 17, 2015) — State Sen. Brandt Hershman’s (R-Buck Creek) legislation that would allow school shootings to qualify for the death penalty passed the Senate Committee on Corrections and Criminal Law today with a vote of 7-2.
Senate Bill 385 would allow for sentences of life imprisonment without parole or the death penalty to be more»

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 12, 2015) — State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) today introduced Senate Joint Resolution 19, a proposed balanced budget amendment to the Indiana Constitution, in response to Governor Pence’s call for such a provision in this year’s State of the State Address. The amendment would place balanced budget requirements more»

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 21, 2015) — State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) recently introduced legislation that would allow prosecutors to seek the death penalty for murders committed on school grounds. Hershman was inspired to file this bill after courts were unable to seek the death penalty following a fatal shooting at Purdue University on Jan. 21, more»

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 20, 2014) —State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) was recently honored by the Tax Foundation with its Outstanding Achievement in State Tax Reform award for his efforts in promoting smart and simple tax policies. He is one of only six individuals nationwide to receive this year’s award.
Joseph Henchman, Tax Foundation Vice more»

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 28, 2014) — Indiana’s tax climate has climbed to eighth-best in the nation according to rankings announced today by the Tax Foundation, the nation’s leading independent, non-partisan organization on federal and state tax policy research, said State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek), who chairs the Indiana Senate more»

STATEHOUSE (June 23, 2014) — During the summer and fall, State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) will chair the Commission on Business Personal Property and Business Taxation.
Hershman authored a new law during the 2014 legislative session that established this commission, which will review the competitive advantages and disadvantages that result more»

STATEHOUSE (June 12, 2014) — Recent data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) shows that the Hoosier State leads the nation in manufacturing job growth, said State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek).
Over the past 12 months, Indiana has added the most manufacturing jobs in the country. At approximately 13,400 manufacturing jobs added, more»

STATEHOUSE (May 28, 2014) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce recently released its 2014 Legislative Vote Analysis, which ranks state lawmakers based on their votes for pro-jobs, pro-economy measures. State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) received a score of 93 percent.
According to the Chamber, bills used in the report were selected based on more»

STATEHOUSE (April 8, 2014) - "The Tax Foundation's acclaim for Indiana’s recent tax reforms is just another sign that people around the country are taking notice of our state’s economic performance. "Building on Indiana’s record of balanced budgets and pro-growth tax cuts, Senate Enrolled Act 1 will make our state more competitive for more»

Lafayette icon Ray Ewry was recently recognized by the Indiana General Assembly for his status as one of the most successful Olympians of all time. State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) authored Senate Resolution 60, which requests that a highway section be renamed for Ewry.

Legislation authored by State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) to boost Hoosier job and economic growth cleared its final passage in the General Assembly today. Senate Bill 1 now moves to the governor’s desk for further consideration.

Today, the House of Representatives approved State Sen. Brandt Hershman’s (R-Buck Creek) legislation to boost Hoosier job and economic growth. The bill, which would reduce the state’s corporate income tax and business personal property tax, passed by a 63-36 vote.

State Sens. John Waterman (R-Shelburn), Doug Eckerty (R-Yorktown) and Jim Smith (R-Charlestown) are offering an amendment to Senate Bill 1 which would provide relief to Hoosiers who may be affected by the Midwest propane shortage.

Over the past few years, Indiana has built a reputation as a state that works. In 2012, we were among the top 10 states for both private-sector job creation and overall economic growth. And though December employment numbers aren’t out yet, 2013 is shaping up to be another top-10 year for job creation in Indiana.

State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) made the following statement today congratulating Elizabeth Parrish, a fourth-grade student from Van Rensselaer Elementary School, for winning third place in the Indiana Statehood Day essay contest.

State Sen. Brandt Hershman’s (R-Buck Creek) proposal to honor local Medal of Honor recipients by naming one-mile sections of the Hoosier Heartland Corridor in their honor advanced today after receiving approval from the House of Representatives Committee on Roads and Transportation.

Today, the Senate Committee on Education and Career Development advanced State Sen. Brandt Hershman’s (R-Buck Creek) proposal to reward Indiana’s highest performing public schools with additional state funding.

The Senate Committee on Education and Career Development today voted 11-1 in support of State Sen. Brandt Hershman’s (R-Buck Creek) comprehensive plan to help law enforcement officers and educators collaborate on keeping gang activity out of Indiana schools.

State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) honored Tippecanoe County Medal of Honor recipients today, calling for part of an Indiana highway to be dedicated to U.S. Army Lt. William P. Thompson, U.S. Marine Corps Gen. David M. Shoup and U.S. Army Master Sgt. Thomas E. McCall.

State Budget Committee members met at Purdue University in West Lafayette today, approving funding for multiple campus projects that State Sens. Ron Alting (R-Lafayette) and Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) said will give student buildings needed upgrades.

State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) has been named co-chair of the National Conference of State Legislatures’ (NCSL) Labor and Economic Development Committee, a group charged with presenting state employment concerns to Congress.

State Budget Committee members approved three funding requests for Purdue University West Lafayette projects on Monday, including a sublease agreement that will give the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) more research space, State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) said.

State Budget Committee members approved three funding requests for Purdue University West Lafayette projects on Monday, including a sublease agreement that will give the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) more research space, State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) said.

Indiana Association of Cities and Towns (IACT) President Joe Stahura today named State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) “Legislator of the Year” for his support and commitment to municipal issues during the 2012 legislative session of the Indiana General Assembly.

State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) received a 92 percent ranking — tying for second highest in the Senate — from the Indiana Chamber of Commerce in its annual Legislative Vote Analysis report for his support of pro-jobs, pro-economic development legislation during the 2012 Indiana General Assembly.

State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) sent a letter to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Director Dan Ashe on Monday calling for the agency to reconsider a recent order that could dramatically lower the water level in Monticello’s Lake Freeman.

State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) sent a letter to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Director Dan Ashe on Monday calling for the agency to reconsider a recent order that could dramatically lower the water level in Monticello’s Lake Freeman.

With 83 of Indiana’s 92 counties currently reporting burn bans, State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) today encourages local residents to use common sense and make safety a top priority when it comes to celebrating this Fourth of July.

The Monticello branch of the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) will be closed on Monday, June 11, for completion of a remodeling project, State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) reminded residents today.

“Encouraging high-paying jobs and creating a business-friendly atmosphere that continues to position Indiana as a prime location for employers both nationally and globally remain top priorities in the Indiana Senate.

“I’m pleased by Automotive Robotics’ decision to locate a new facility in Tippecanoe County. West Lafayette and surrounding communities will benefit from the jobs this engineering firm is expected to create over the next few years.

State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) today applauded fellow State Budget Committee members for their decision to consider project funding that will allow Prophetstown State Park to build the swimming pool it needs to generate more visitors and revenue growth.

The Senate Panel on Education and Career Development voted 7-3 this week in support of State Sen. Brandt Hershman’s gang-policy initiative during a hearing that featured testimony from Tippecanoe County Prosecutor Pat Harrington.

“Under the guidance of Governor Daniels and the General Assembly, Indiana has enacted historical property tax reform, fostered a pro-job climate with low taxes and limited regulation, and established economic development practices to help us recover from the national recession better and faster than other states,” said State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek).

A recent law authored by State Rep. Eric Turner (R-Cicero) and State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Buck Creek) increasing transparency of government expenditures has resulted in the only website in the nation to receive an “A” grade from the Federation of State Public Interest Research Groups and the Sunshine Review – two non-profit organizations dedicated to state and local government transparency.

Even before alumnus Neil Armstrong walked on the moon, Purdue University had its own fire department. Today, a Senate committee took another step toward giving that department authority to serve beyond campus boundaries.

Even before alumnus Neil Armstrong walked on the moon, Purdue University had its own fire department. Today, a Senate committee took another step toward giving that department authority to serve beyond campus boundaries.

State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Lafayette) and fellow members of the State Budget Committee gave final approval today on loan requests from two Howard County school corporations affected by Chrysler Corp.'s bankruptcy status.

State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Lafayette), chair of the Senate Committee on Tax and Fiscal Policy, is introducing legislation this session aimed at creating jobs by lowering Indiana's corporate income tax rate and implementing other recommendations made by last summer's Economic Development Study Committee.

State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Lafayette) recently welcomed the following area students as legislative pages: Trey and Ty Mattix, sons of Shannon Mattix. Trey attends Monon Elementary School while Ty is a student at North White Jr.-Sr. High School.

State Sens. Ron Alting and Brandt Hershman (Rs-Lafayette) will honor Purdue University's Air Force ROTC (AFROTC) at the Statehouse on Thursday, celebrating a national recognition the program recently received.

State Sens. Ron Alting and Brandt Hershman (Rs-Lafayette) will honor Purdue University's Air Force ROTC (AFROTC) at the Statehouse on Thursday, celebrating a national recognition the program recently received.

Top priorities for lawmakers during the 2011 legislative session -which began today at the Statehouse - should be passing a balanced budget and avoiding tax hikes on hardworking Hoosiers, said State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Lafayette).

State Sens. Brandt Hershman and Ron Alting (Rs-Lafayette) will honor Purdue University's Air Force ROTC (AFROTC) at the Statehouse on Thursday, celebrating a national recognition the program recently received.

State Sen. Brandt Hershman (R-Lafayette) will assist Hoosiers by mailing state income tax forms to residents unable to obtain the documents online, at public libraries or offices of tax preparers and the Indiana Department of Revenue.